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Patent GB-190317046-A (GB)
Title: New or Improved Combined Notepaper and Envelope.
Inventor: MOCKLER OSCAR ELLIOT LINDSAY
Filed: 1903-08-05
Granted: 1903-09-10
Abstract: 17,046. Mockler, O. E. L. Aug. 5. Letter-cards.-A double sheet of paper a, b is formed with an extended gummed edge c, and with incisions d centrally between the two sheets. The sheet a is folded over the sheet b, and the lower part of the double sheet is then folded over the upper part. The gummed flap is then turned over and secured to the back of the folded sheet. The incisions d thus come at the end of the envelope, so that the ends are left open, in compliance with the Post Office regulations in regard to halfpenny postage.
Patent GB-190323294-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Superheaters for Steam Boilers.
Inventor: BROWN JOHN ROWLAND
Filed: 1903-10-27
Granted: 1903-12-17
Abstract: 23,294. Brown, J. R. Oct. 27. Superheaters, steam.-A superheater, in which a circulation may be maintained when it is flooded so as to form a part of the water-heating system of the boiler, is so arranged that steam may pass direct from the steam and water drum to the steam main or through the superheater. In the path of the furnace gases, in a sectional and water-tube boiler of the type shown in Fig. 1, is placed a superheating arrangement. consisting, preferably of longitudinal boxes built in dead air spaces in the side walls, and connected by a series of U-shaped pipes, which extend transversely across the boiler. Steam from the drums 2 passes through pipes 15 to the upper box 10, and through the upper set of pipes 9 to the longer intermediate box 11 ; thence it passes by the lower set of pipes 9 to the lower box 12, which is shifted longitudinally relatively to the upper box. The lower box communicates with a pipe 14, which is connected to the main steam pipe, preferably at a point above the main control valve 28, and may be provided with a valve 29, as shown in Fig. 4. The upper box 10 is connected to any part of the drum below the water line by a pipe 22, having a valve 23. The lower box 12 is also connected to the mud drum 18 by a pipe 19, having a valve 20 and a bye-pass 24. To flood the superheater, the valves 20, 23 are opened, allowing water to circulate from the mud drum 18 through the superheater to the steam and water drum 2, and back to the mud drum through the tubes 26. To blow off the superheater and remove sediment therefrom, the valve 20 is closed and the valve 25 in the bye-pass 24 opened. If the valve 23 be closed durmg the blowing off, the superheater is drained. The character of the steam delivered by the main steam pipe is controlled by the valves 29, 28.
Patent GB-190324148-A (GB)
Title: Process for the Production of Metals, Alloys, Metallic-oxides and High Temperatures.
Inventor: WEILLER PAUL
Filed: 1903-11-06
Granted: 1904-08-11
Abstract: 24,148. Weiller, P., and Weiller, A. Nov. 6. Welding.-Relates to a process for the production of high temperature for welding &c. by the combustion of metallic compounds, adapted to produce oxygen, halogen gas, or sulphur, and to be decomposed with the aid of weaker reducing- agents than aluminium and magnesium. Such metallic compounds are, for instance, nitrates, chlorates, &c. which can be reduced by carbon, iron, sulphur, mineral oil, &c. For heating purposes, the body to be heated is surrounded with one of these mixtures which is then ignited by known means.
Patent GB-190324661-A (GB)
Title: An Indicating Measuring Gauge or Instrument
Inventor: BACHE ERNEST WILLIAM
Filed: 1903-11-13
Granted: 1904-09-15
Abstract: 24,661. Bache, E. W. Nov. 13. Calliper and like gauges.-In a measuring-gauge in which the indications are given by a pointer travelling round a suitably graduated dial, the gauge bar e works in guides e<1>, e<2> in the top and bottom of the casing a, and is provided with shoulders e<3>, c' to limit its up and down movement. The article, the thickness of which is to be measured, is placed between the cross-piece f and the corresponding block, and the motion of the bar e is communicated to the pointer of the dial by a rack hand suitable multiplying gearing or a simple pinion i<1> mounted on a central axle. The spring m returns the bar to normal position, and any play between spur teeth is taken up by a light spring bearing against the back of the gearing. For measuring depths, the gauge bar e' may be formed to extend beyond the flat base b of the casing a, and a second graduated dial on the opposite face of the instrument is provided for the indications. By varying the form of the fixed and movable contact parts, the gauge may be adapted for measuring internal diameters and other dimensions.
Patent GB-190325038-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tube Cleaners.
Filed: 1903-11-17
Granted: 1903-12-17
Abstract: 25,038. Bromell Patents Co., and Crockatt W. Nov. 17. Cleaning pipes and tubes.-Relates to scrapers for cleaning tubes. Four arms F, G are pivoted to a crosshead and held by a disc E, through which screws the rod A furnished with a collar B, as shown in Fig. 1. The arms carry the segmental scraping-discs H, H<1>, shown in Fig. 2, which are moved inward by the disc E to allow of the entry of the scrapers into the tube. The discs H, H<1> are expanded by the rod A pulling the disc E nearer the crosshead. Slight elasticity is given to the arms to allow the scrapers to pass over small hard protuberances.
Patent GB-190325883-A (GB)
Title: A Combined Presser-foot and Guide for Sewing Machines for Producing Blind-stitching or Felling
Inventor: STEVENS GEORGE JOHN
Filed: 1903-11-26
Granted: 1905-02-25
Abstract: 25,883. Stevens, G. J., and Richards, W. E. Nov. 26. Blind-stitching machines; presser-feet ; guiding materials.-When the materials are folded for blind-stitching, to ensure the passage of the needle through the centre of the material the presser-foot is formed in two parts C, E, one of which acts as a guide to the folded edge. A block A, secured to the presser-bar by a screw b, carries the two presserfeet which are recessed at a, a<1> to correspond with ridges on the block, and are grooved at e, c for the passage of the needle. To enable one presser-foot to be adjusted so as to act as a guide, and the other so as to press upon the material, they are slotted at c<3>,e<3>, and tail-screws F, G, are provided by which the two portions may be separated to suit different thicknesses of material. The recesses c, e' in the faces of the presser-feet are just large enough to take the bulge of the cloth made by the needle in its passage. The foot E is also, if necessary, recessed at e<4> to clear the feed dog when bearing upon the work-support. To facilitate guiding the work when both pieces are folded, a thin horizontal guide is attached to the front of the foot to separate the work. The two presserfeet may, in an alternative device, be attached to separate presser-bars.
Patent GB-190327153-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Signalling Apparatus.
Inventor: MITSCHERLING JULIUS THEODOR
Filed: 1903-12-11
Granted: 1904-05-05
Abstract: 27,153. Mitscherling, J. T. Dec. 11. Signals, electric.-Consists of apparatus for indicating whether the signalling circuit is in order. The push-button b, when pressed, displaces the sleeve c which by the pin and groove engagement with the bolt b<1> causes the sleeve to rotate, and with it the armj, the angle-lever k, and the control disc f. The angle-lever k presses against the spring h', and closes the contact h, h<1>, to bring the electromagnet d into circuit. This causes the armature e to be attracted, and the disc g to be released to indicate that the circuit is intact. In a modified arrangement the press-button has a projection which engages with a spiral groove on a sleeve c arranged parallel with the button.
Patent GB-190408776-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for the Separation of Dust, Flour, Dunst, Semolina and Middlings from Wheat, Grain or other Cereals, also applicable for the Separation of Granular Substances from Minerals and the like.
Inventor: HIGGINBOTTOM JAMES
Filed: 1904-04-16
Granted: 1905-04-15
Abstract: 8776. Higginbottom, J. April 16. Sifting and separating.-Relates to apparatus for the separation of dust, flour, dunst, semolina, and middlings from wheat, grain, or other cereals, also applicable for the separation of granular substances from minerals and the like. The material is blown by an air blast against an inclined gauze sieve, the substances passing through being deposited in settling-chambers. The material is introduced by the opening H, and passes between the hinged and weighted valve J and the feed-roller J<1>, and then between the gauze sieve B and the diaphragm C, which is stepped, as shown, and has holes in the upper surfaces of the steps through which passes air driven by the fan D. The material retained by the gauze falls into the outlet M and escapes by the balanced valve N. The heavier portion of the finer particles settles in the chamber P and escapes by the outlet R<3>, which is similar to that at M, or is removed by a conveyer R<2>. The lighter portion passes with the air through the opening E and back through the fan eye D<2> into the chamber O where it is deposited. Brushing- apparatus F, G is provided for cleaning the diaphragm C and the sieve B. The sieve B is vibrated by a knocking piece carried on a spring and wcrked by a cam. A modification is described in which the sieve is of a conical or circular form, the feed falling upon an annular revolving disc.
Patent GB-190409207-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Locomotive and other Furnaces.
Inventor: SCHLEYDER CHARLES
Filed: 1904-04-21
Granted: 1905-02-09
Abstract: 9207. Schleyder, C. April 21. Combustion products, returning to furnaces ; air supply, regulating; doors; baffles.-Relates to locomotive and other furnaces, and consists in conveying soot and the like from the flues and smokebox to the furnace with a regulated supply of air to effect its combustion. The smokebox 2, Fig. 1, is in communication with the furnace by means of a pipe 1, which, as shown in Fig. 4, is connected to a branch 9 on the pipe 8. The bottom end of the pipe 8 is fastened to the bottom of the ashpit and is provided with a disc valve 14 for regulating the supply of air, which is induced by steam jets issuing from a tubular ring 16 in connection with the boiler. The upper end of the pipe 8 enters a tube 19 of refractory material, mounted upon several grate-bars which are broken off to allow for the passage of the tube. The broken bars are supported and held in position by bolts 22 which are fastened to the ordinary bars. Soot and the like are drawn through the pipe 1 from the smoke-box and forced through the tube 19 against the baffle 6, after which they mix with the flames and are consumed. Baffles 42,43 deflect the gaseous products to the lower rows of boiler tubes. Air is also admitted to the pipe 1 at its front end by means of an air inlet fitted to the pipe 24, as shown in Fig. 8. The air inlet consists of a series of pipes 30, which may be tapered towards their inner ends. The pipes are of different lengths and are mounted within plates 28, 29, and have at their outer ends a rotatable disc 32, provided with an arc-shaped slot so arranged that the ends of the pipes may be wholly or partially closed. Instead of this device, a simple disc-valve may be fitted as shown in Fig. 1. The fire-door, Figs. 1 and 3, is formed with tubes 35 to admit air in regulable quantities. The outer ends of the tubes may be closed, as required, by perforated rotatable discs 37, 38 mounted upon a spindle 36. If the quantity of air passing through the disc is insufficient, the supply may be augmented by unscrewing the spindle 36, in which case a passage 41 is formed between the door and the discs.
Patent GB-190411862-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Electric Arc Lamps.
Inventor: HADDAN HERBERT JOHN
Filed: 1904-05-24
Granted: 1904-06-30
Abstract: 11,862. Haddan. H. J., [Allgemeine Beleuchtungs und Heizindustrie Akt.-Ges.]. May 24. Globe holders for electric arc lamps. The globe o is arranged by the holders l, l<1> to shut in the arc almost completely. A spring m carrying the holder l<1> allows removal of the globe, and also presses the globe against the frame, the holders being inclined upwards slightly.
Patent GB-190413207-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Turnbuckles for Adjusting the Length of Links.
Inventor: HEWITT EDWARD RINGWOOD
Filed: 1904-06-11
Granted: 1904-07-28
Abstract: 13,207. Hewitt, E. R. June 11. Locking nuts.-The parts 1, 2, Fig. 1, of links such as a toggle forming part of a clutch mechanism or links forming part of an autocar, are connected by a coupling or turn-buckle 3, which is fastened to prevent unloosening. The coupling has a part 10 to receive a spanner, and, at one end, a flange 9 having notches 11, Fig. 3, to receive broad teeth or bands 19, 20 formed on a plate 13, secured to the member 1 by screws 22 23 The screws have keyways 24, 25, Fig. 6, into which a wedge or key 26, Fig. 5, is slid, and then the end 27 turned up to secure the screws.
Patent GB-190421788-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Treating Grain for Destroying Smut prior to Planting.
Inventor: KOENDERS JOHN ALBERT
Filed: 1904-10-10
Granted: 1904-11-10
Abstract: 21,788. Koenders, J. A. Oct. 10. S m u t, preventing in grain.-The grain to be treated is placed in the inclined hopper 11, Fig. 1, and passes by the spout 13 into a barrel or other shaped drum 7 mounted on an inclined axis 6 turned by a handle 1. A solution of formaldehyde and water contained in a reservoir 16 fitted with a screen 17 is run on to the grain as it passes down the spout 13. Four longitudinal slats 9, Fig. 2, are secured to the inner surface of the open-ended drum 7, and a transverse ring-shaped wall 10 is arranged midway between the ends of the drum. An annular flange 8 projects from the upper end of the drum.
Patent GB-190426182-A (GB)
Title: Bottle Finishing Machine.
Inventor: MUNFORD JAMES
Filed: 1904-12-01
Granted: 1905-12-01
Abstract: 26,182. Munford, J., [Mount, L. L.]. Dec. 1. Bottle necks, making. - The formers f<1>, f<2> for the interior of the neck are fixed to the outer ends of levers 2<1>, 2<11> pivoted at 3 to a shaft d rotating in bearings b fixed to a base a. The levers 2<1>, 2<11> are opened and closed by the axial movementofanourotating hollow shaft w, with the conical end e of which they engage. The shaft w may be operated by a treadle &c. The outside formers n', n<11> are attached to slides working in slots in a plate m fixed to a revolving cup-shaped piece l<2 >and operated, simultaneously with the internal formers f<1>, f<2> by the engagement of projections t', t<11> with the conical piece e. The internal and external formers may be exchanged for others of different shape ; or, a solid plug may be substituted for the two internal formers.
Patent GB-190427291-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Seats of Railway Vehicles and the like
Inventor: BUDD EDWARD GOWAN
Filed: 1904-12-14
Granted: 1905-12-14
Abstract: 27,291. Lake, H. H., [Budd, E. G.]. Dec. 14. Fastenings for upholstery. Consists in means for securing upholstery to metal frames of carseat cushions and backs. In the form shown in Figs. 1 and 3, a metal plate k is used, having spikes m which are passed through the rattan or other cover c and backing c<1>, and are then bent over. The front projection n of the plate is then bent over the inturned bead a<4> of the box-framing of the cushion. Fig. 7 shows a form in which the. fabric is gripped under the edge of the bead a<4> by the inturned extremity n<2> of the clamping-plate n', no spikes being employed. Either form may be applied in continuous lengths, or as several clips, as shown in Fig. 1.
Patent GB-190428320-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in & connected with Chimney Tops & Flues.
Inventor: SALT JAMES
Filed: 1904-12-27
Granted: 1905-08-10
Abstract: 28,320. Salt, J. Dec. 27. Chimney tops.- A chimney top d, pointed and flattened as shown, is made with a crossslit e for the smoke outlet. Additional o p e n - ings f may be made in the stack.
Patent GB-190428484-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Distributing Fertilizing Substances:
Inventor: WILLIS PERCY RICHARD JULIUS
Filed: 1904-12-27
Granted: 1905-06-15
Abstract: 28,484. Willis, P. R. J., [White, L. S.]. Dec. 27. Manuring.- Fertilizer is delivered into the furrow by apparatus attached to a plough beam and is covered up by the soil which falls into the furrow during the formation of the next furrow. The fer tilizer is placed in a hopper 4 and descends by a throat 7 provided with an agitator 33 to a box 11, in which is a distributer composed of blades 16 attached to a sleeve 15 fastened to a spindle 13. The fertilizer leaves the box 11 by a slot, the size of which can be regulated by a lip 19, which is attached to wings 20 pivoted on the spindle 13 and held in position by a handle 22 and spring rack 23. Attached to the spindle 13 are a hub 24, bearing spikes 25 which engage with the ground and cause the spindle 13 to rotate, and an eccentric 26 which reciprocates the agitator 33 by means of the bar 29, arm 28, rock-shaft 27, and arm 30. The agitator consists of a vertical bar with horizontal arms 34, 35 at right-angles to it. The apparatus may be attached to other implements.
Patent GB-190501250-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Over-coat.
Inventor: SWINHOE GEORGE RODWAY
Filed: 1905-01-23
Granted: 1905-09-07
Abstract: 1250. Swinhoe, G. R. Jan. 23. Coats.-An overcoat is made in one piece B, and has sleeves A, A<1>, and a collar F. It is folded once round the wearer, the sides overlapping behind. A strap C passes over the right shoulder and has button-holes for a button on the under coat. A fixing-strap D passes over the left shoulder diagonally to the front and then once round the waist. The strap D is fastened by passing its end through a buckle attached to its middle. The open end of the pocket has an elastic flap to keep it closed.
Patent GB-190501380-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Telephone Systems
Inventor: WATKINS WILLIAM DAVID
Filed: 1905-01-24
Granted: 1905-08-24
Abstract: 1380. Watkins, W. D., Bolster, J. W., and Goodsell, W. E. Jan. 24. Telephone systems.-In a step-by-step party-line system, the talking circuit at each station is normally closed, but, as soon as the selecting-device is started, all the talking circuits are broken, and all except one will remain so. The operation of the selecting-device also moves to display position a " busy " signal at each station, wbich signal is displaced when the apparatus is returned to its normal condition. Fig. 1 shows the selecting-device, the ratchet-wheel and its connexions being more clearly seen in Fig. 6. The pawl 34 is pivotally attached to the polarized armature of the electromagnet 15, and is formed with cam-surfaces 7, 36 which move upon cams 9, 33 on the plate 27. A pin 28 on the ratchet-disk normally keeps springs .29, 20, Figs. 6 and 9, in contact, thus closing the talking circuit, and also keeps the "busy" signal 59 out of sight. A longer pin 26, which is positioned according to the number of the station, is adapted to press springs 29, 41 against the spring 30, thus completing the talking circuit and also a circuit through the call bell 43. This pin also displaces the "busy" signal. The attraction of the upper part of the armature the requisite number of times thus connects in the call bell of the station desired, which bell is then actuated by an alternating current. When the conversation is over, a current in the reverse direction attracts the lower end of the armature, and a pin on the pawl 34 withdraws the detent 37 so that the ratchet-disk is returned by a spiral spring 21 to zero position, when the detent 37 engages a specially large ratchet tooth. In a modified arrangement, the receiver hook is locked by the lower end of a bell-crank lever as soon as the selective device is actuated.
Patent GB-190502885-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Padlocks.
Inventor: HARRISON FREDERICK HENRY
Filed: 1905-02-13
Granted: 1905-12-21
Abstract: 2885. Harrison, F. H. Feb. 13. Padlocks. - Relates to that type of padlock in which the shackle is carried by a sliding bolt, which is shot out by the key in unfastening the lock. The bolt is provided with two stumps and is adapted for either a single or double shoot. In the form shown in Fig. 1, both stumps g, h of the bolt engage with one set of levers C, and the lock is unfastened by two turns of the key, the first turn releasing the stump g from the notch e of the levers and transferring the stump h from the notch f to the notch e, and the second turn releasing the stump h. Or the levers may be arranged for the use of two different keys for the two shoots. In the form shown in Figs. 4 and 5, the stumps g', h<1> engage with separate sets of levers C', C<1>. One turn of the key releases the two stumps as shown in Fig. 5, the stump h<1> being only sufficiently thick to engage with the levers C<1>. The shackle can then be pulled further out by hand. In both cases, the gatings in the levers are bevelled to allow of the locking of the padlock by hand.
Patent GB-190506758-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Steam Superheaters.
Inventor: SUGDEN THOMAS
Filed: 1905-03-30
Granted: 1905-12-30
Abstract: 6758. Sugden, T. March 30. Superheaters, steam.-Means are provided for allowing free circulation of the steam from the boiler to the superheater and back while raising steam. According to the arrangement shown in Fig. 1, comparatively small pipes K, L, fitted with screw-down valves M, N, connect the inlet and outlet sides of the superheater with the steam space of the boiler. These pipes are independent of the ordinary connexions E, G. A safety-valve 0 is provided in the superheater. In one modification, the valves M, N are replaced by a single non- return valve, such as a ball valve, fitted in the pipe L. In another, the pipe K is omitted, the pipe E being utilized as one branch of the circulatory system. The invention is shown applied to a Lancashire boiler, but is applicable also to water-tube, marine, locomotive, and other boilers. Specification No. 3377, A.D. 1902, is referred to.
Patent GB-190508065-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Caps for Armour-piercing Projectiles.
Filed: 1905-04-15
Granted: 1905-10-19
Abstract: 8065. Jones, E., and Kynoch, Ltd. April 15. Projectiles, ordnance.- The caps of armourpiercing projectiles are made in the form of a bulb-like collar or head, as shown in Fig. 4, with the end slightly coned and joining the part fitting on the projectile by a curve. This construction has the effect of massing the material of the cap about the point of the projectile in order to afford the greatest possible support at the time of entering the armour-plate.
Patent GB-190515667-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Baking Powder.
Inventor: WEIL LUDWIG
Filed: 1905-07-31
Granted: 1906-05-31
Abstract: 15,667. Weil, L. July 31. Tartaric acid is mixed with paraffin wax or other solid hydrocarbon and warmed so that the paraffin coats the acid. The product is mixed with an alkaline carbonate to form a baking-powder.
Patent GB-190522897-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Collecting, Measuring, Indicating, and Recording Fares and the like for various purposes.
Inventor: BRIGHT CHARLES
Filed: 1905-11-08
Granted: 1906-11-08
Abstract: 22,897. Bright, C. Nov. 8. Indicators, " engaged" and like. - In fare and receipt registering-apparatus, described especially for public conveyances but applicable also to theatres and the like, depression of the seat k momentarily makes the contact 7, 19 and energizes an electro-magnet 6, thereby moving the dial d and a disk g into the "seat-occupied position. When the passenger rises, a second contact is made in the same circuit, and both dial and disk move one step to show " seat vacant." The disk is attached to a drum bearing alternate ' off' and on' markings and by the arrangement of these indicators side by side the conducter is always informed of the number of vacant seats.